Privacy Policy

Last Updated: December 8th, 2025

The West Bloomfield Educational Foundation (“WBEF,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) is committed to protecting the privacy of our donors, volunteers, educators, and community members. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you visit our website or engage with our fundraising efforts.

1. Information We Collect

We collect information that you voluntarily provide to us, including:

  • Personal Identifiers: Name, mailing address, email address, and phone number.

  • Donation & Payment Data: Credit card information and billing addresses (processed securely through third-party encrypted processors; we do not store full card numbers).

  • Event Information: Registration details for events like Casino Night or the Kentucky Derby Gala.

  • Grant & Scholarship Applications: Information provided by educators or students during the application process.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information to:

  • Process donations and issue tax-deductible receipts.

  • Register you for fundraising events and raffles.

  • Communicate updates about our mission, impact, and upcoming campaigns.

  • Evaluate and distribute teacher innovation grants and student scholarships.

  • Improve our website functionality and user experience.

3. Sharing of Information

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties. We may share information only in the following circumstances:

  • Service Providers: With trusted third parties who assist us in operating our website and processing payments (e.g., Authorize.NET, Stripe, PayPal, or email marketing tools).

  • Legal Requirements: If required by law or to protect the rights and safety of the Foundation and our community.

  • Public Recognition: Unless you request to remain anonymous, we may recognize donors in our annual reports or event programs.

4. Data Security

We implement a variety of security measures to maintain the safety of your personal information. All sensitive financial transactions are processed through a gateway provider and are not stored or processed on our local servers.

5. Your Choices & Opt-Out

You may opt-out of receiving future marketing or solicitation emails from us by clicking the “unsubscribe” link at the bottom of our emails. You may also contact us directly to request a review of the data we have on file for you or to request a correction.

6. Cookies

Our website may use “cookies” to enhance your experience. You can choose to set your web browser to refuse cookies, though some parts of the site may not function properly as a result.

7. Contact Us

If you have any questions regarding this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:

info@wbef.org

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